2024 news and events archives
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New climate program launches underserved students into Arctic science
October 06, 2023
In late August, 12 students from OSU's TRIO Upward Bound program spent five days at the field research station, which is part of the Institute of Arctic Biology at UAF. The students participated firsthand with Toolik Field Station staff, scientists, artists and others responding to the warming Arctic.
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Sea stars, urchins and kelp forests
October 06, 2023
A few weeks ago, Sarah Gravem lowered a "ravenous, terrifying predator" from her boat down to the ocean floor off Sitka. Then she released it.
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October 06, 2023
In the yoga class I attend, our instructor encourages each of us to begin each practice with Sankalpa, a Sanskrit word that is roughly translated into English as intention, or setting an intention. According to most scholarly works, Sanskrit is the oldest language in the world and it is still alive today as one of the official languages of India. I am learning to take the concept of Sankalpa and many of yoga's impactful concepts with me off the mat, and into my daily life. As teachers, we are familiar with lesson plans and learning goals in the classroom. While not a goal itself, sankalpa is a key concept to achieving goals. It is a way to set your mind in the direction you want to go. Unlike a goal that requires specific action, sankalpa flows within us into every action we take.
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91视频 researchers survey spread of potato scab
October 05, 2023
As 91视频ns harvest their potato crops in the fall, many will find that some of the tubers have what looks like a case of warts -- raised, dark areas that may feel pithy. Those marks are called potato scab, which is caused by naturally occurring bacteria in the soil. They are not harmful, and the potatoes are safe to eat, but scab may make potato crops less marketable.
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Confirmed: Salmon are spawning in Arctic rivers
October 05, 2023
Researchers have confirmed that salmon are spawning in an Arctic Ocean watershed, suggesting that at least some salmon species could be expanding to new territory as climate change reshapes their habitat.
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Taber to serve as continuous improvement project manager
October 04, 2023
Samara Taber is transitioning to a new position as the UAF continuous improvement project manager. Taber has served as the executive director of university advancement and a member of the chancellor鈥檚 core cabinet since 2020. She will start her new role on Nov. 6, 2023.
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UAF hosting 2023 Indigenous Peoples Day events
October 04, 2023
91视频 will celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day this year with an afternoon full of cultural events and workshops.
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Institute director to host session on 91视频 agriculture
October 04, 2023
91视频ns in agriculture often talk about how the state's population is too small to offer big economic opportunities, said Jodie Anderson, director of the University of 91视频 Fairbanks Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension. Instead, she said, 91视频ns need to think globally to thrive locally. Join Anderson at noon on Oct. 17 for a lunch-and-learn session and discussion, "Circumpolar Food Security: 91视频 Isn't Out Standing Alone in Our Field."
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Jessica Skipper named finalist for technology administration award
October 04, 2023
Jessica Skipper, UAF student success system administrator, has been named as a finalist for EAB's Excellence in Technology Administration Award.
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Webinar: Attracting today's top talent
October 04, 2023
Nationally, there is a shift in the way applicants are looking at job postings. In order to be competitive and attract highly qualified candidates to our university, UA is adjusting the way we write our job postings. Join us for an hour on Oct. 10 and learn how to write effective job postings that resonate with today鈥檚 top talent.
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Van Flein to serve as ORCA executive director
October 04, 2023
Kaydee Van Flein has accepted the position for the role of executive director of the newly established Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability. As executive director, Van Flein will oversee Clery, Title IX, Title VII, ADA and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act compliance, student accountability and Student CARE team, and misconduct investigations outlined under Board of Regents' Policy (01.02, 01.04. and 09.02).
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October 04, 2023
The UAF R1 Steering Committee invites you to fill out the following survey to share your ideas and submit nominations for working groups that will work toward refining, prioritizing, and implementing the proposed mechanisms to help UAF achieve R1 research status.
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NASA announces open availability of Radarsat-1 data at 91视频 Satellite Facility
October 03, 2023
The NASA Earth Observing System Data and Information System has announced that all Radarsat-1 data archived at the 91视频 Satellite Facility Distributed Active Archive Center are now open data and can be freely downloaded.
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ACEP and partner launch program to empower rural communities
October 03, 2023
Remote communities in 91视频 and elsewhere in the U.S. will soon have expanded opportunities to integrate emerging clean energy technologies into their microgrids.
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October 02, 2023
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid opens on Oct. 1 of each year. However, in 2020, Congress passed the 'FAFSA Simplification Act,' which represents a significant overhaul of the FAFSA application process. As a result of these changes, the 2024-2025 FAFSA Application will be delayed until December 2023.
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A nose 1,000 times better than ours
September 29, 2023
A dog can tell you a lot about the outdoors. When a Lab vacuums the ground with her nose and her tail spins like a helicopter blade, you know a grouse is about to fly. When the dog stops like a dragonfly, then runs off sniffing an invisible path, a snowshoe hare has crossed your trail.
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Friday Focus: We have the expertise
September 29, 2023
At the beginning of each new semester, I often introduce myself and explain the role of the chancellor to new students, faculty, and staff who recently joined UAF. At these events, I share that a large part of my job is working with all of our administrators, faculty, staff and students to do everything we can to execute our mission and live our vision: excellence through transformative experiences. Having such an inspiring purpose is one of the reasons I am so passionate about UAF. Across the spectrum of people I meet, I am often surprised how many aren't aware of how special UAF is. For instance, did you know we are currently in the top 7% of universities in the nation for research? UAF is a distinct university with strengths and expertise that should have UAF faculty, staff and students walking tall. No one at UAF should think that "outside" is where the expertise is. It is here!
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September 29, 2023
We are excited to bring Major Mania back Tuesday, Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Wood Center Multi-level lounge. We hope to have a representative from each major offered at UAF and CTC present for this event. The deadline to sign up is listed as Friday, Sept. 29, but we can accommodate late entries through the following week.
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UAF Community Mental Health Clinic accepting new clients
September 29, 2023
Graduate-level counseling students are accepting new clients for free 50-minute in-person and telehealth counseling sessions to occur once per week through Dec. 5.
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Mid-Cycle Accreditation event Oct. 2-3
September 29, 2023
The Mid-Cycle Accreditation Site Visit is just around the corner, and we want you to be part of this crucial moment in our accreditation cycle. Get involved by visiting the accreditation page to access the Mid-Cycle Self-Evaluation Report, event details and more, and share this announcement with your peers, colleagues, and friends.
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Paul H. McCarthy Awards accepting applications
September 29, 2023
Individual undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines at the University of 91视频 are eligible and invited to apply for an award of $2,500 to support their research using the 91视频 and Polar Regions Collections and Archives at the Elmer E. Rasmuson Library. One award is available annually. The deadline to apply is Nov. 5, 2023, by 11:59 p.m.
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Apply for URSA Spring 2024 Project Awards
September 29, 2023
Undergraduate students of all disciplines and from all UAF-affiliated campuses* who plan to pursue creative projects or conduct research during the Spring 2024 term are invited to apply for URSA Student Project funding. Spring Project Awards offer up to $3,000 for individuals and up to $6,000 for group applicants. Applications will be accepted from Oct. 2 to Nov. 5 at 11:59 p.m.
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Tips for being your own tech support
September 27, 2023
Whether you are a new student or a returning one, eCampus has a few tech tips or reminders to keep in mind to help avoid tech crises.
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URSA seminar: How to get started
September 27, 2023
Are you looking for hands-on experience and skills development in the discipline you love? Join a Zoom session on Thursday, Sept. 28 from 1-2 p.m. focused on getting started with URSA.
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September 27, 2023
There has been a lot of talk about the emergence of widely available artificial intelligence programs, especially ones that can produce well-written text such as ChatGPT. Our eCampus staff have provided do's and don'ts in using AI in your studies.
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